The main difference between the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack and the CamelBak Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack is that the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon with reflective zipper pulls) while the Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | CamelBak |
Name | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack | |
Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 23L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | 21 x 11 x 10 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.66 | 2.5 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | Black Fallgrass/Black | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | February 20, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $75 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Wing belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Two water bottle pockets | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 hip belt pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop mesh sleeve | 2 interior pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains, gear loops, trek pole holder | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded and quilted backpanel | Air support™ back panel |
Rain Cover | Integrated rain cover | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | Yes | |
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | ||
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while CamelBak 's Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 0.66 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in Black Fallgrass/Black in comparison the CamelBak Fourteener 26 Hydration Pack's capacity is 23L with a size of 21 x 11 x 10 inches. Constructed from it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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